by Lacey Park | Jul 7, 2026 | Field Notes, Talking-TCM, TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine)
Social media is full of claims that tattoos block meridians, trap Qi, or create permanent energetic imbalances. As a Traditional Chinese Medicine student (and tattoo enthusiast), I explore what the classical texts actually say, how acupuncture supported my own tattoo healing, and where scar tissue and modern research fit into the conversation.
by Administrator | May 19, 2026 | Talking-TCM
What starts as “just trying to survive acupuncture school” slowly becomes something deeper. In this honest guest post, Julie Tattrie-Johnson shares how Traditional Chinese Medicine helped her understand anxiety, nervous system overwhelm, and the fear of failure—not just in theory, but in her own life. From shaky commutes to herbal formulas and finding connection in clinic, this is a story about learning to heal while learning medicine.
